HINSDALE - Hinsdale business owners Mike and Mary Doepke, RN, were honored April 24 with a Lifetime Achievement Award at the 2016 Home Helpers National Convention. Held in Nashville, the convention also included the Doepkes’ induction into the company’s Hall of Fame.

As owners of Home Helpers of Hinsdale for the past 11 years, the Doepkes are among the most respected and decorated franchise owners in the company.

“Mike and Mary have built a reputation for compassionate care, business integrity and giving back to the community,” said Cheryl Hammons, senior vice president for franchise services. “They are adored by their clients, admired by their employees and respected in the community.”

The Doepkes, of Western Springs, said they are humbled to be recognized for doing what they enjoy most – helping people to age well in their own homes.

“Mary and I are so grateful to our office staff and our wonderful group of caregivers,” Mike Doepke said. “Our business is successful because of the people who are out there every day making life easier for our clients.”

Founded in 1997, Cincinnati-based Home Helpers is one of the nation’s leading home care franchises helping people live healthier, more independent lives in the comfort of home. With a presence in more than 600 communities across North America, Home Helpers cares for seniors, new and expectant mothers, those recovering from illness or injury and individuals facing lifelong challenges.

Home Helpers of Hinsdale has received the Best of Home Care Provider of Choice award from Home Care Pulse and the Home Care Bureau’s A+ rating for the past two years and was honored with the 2015 Business Excellence award from the Darien Chamber of Commerce. ​For more information, contact Home Helpers of Hinsdale at (630) 323-7231, or visit maryandmikecare.com.